Victoria College Fire Academy Field Day is April 25

Victoria College Fire Academy students practice the proper use of a fire hose.

IF YOU GO

WHAT: The annual Victoria College Fire Academy Field Day

WHEN: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday

WHERE: Room 107, Allied Health Building, 2200 E. Red River St.

COST: Free, open to the public

Those desiring a career as a firefighter are invited to attend the the annual Victoria College Fire Academy Field Day.

Participants will be transported to a Victoria Fire Department station where they will be given a walk-through and shown firefighting equipment. A vehicle extrication demonstration is also scheduled for the field day.

Lunch will be provided, and participants will view a recruitment video by the city of Victoria. They will also be briefed on Victoria College Fire Academy entry requirements.

Those interested in attending Fire Academy Field Day are asked to call VC's Pre-College Program and Recruitment Office at 361-485-6823 to reserve a position for field day.